is there any problems with  locomotives? like gears cracking or anything else? might buy more get rid of some of my brass that doesn't run too well. i have been out of the hobby since  2008  had  numerous back operations feel better getting back into  working on my layout again. any other info would be helpful i'm running dc  power. thanks for any help. bill

The spline roadbed helix story continues.  I have other projects around the house so I have only been working on this project part of the time as well as learning and documenting the process as I go. New pictures and a movie were added on 4 and 9 August to this section.

I am asking for help at this junction with an issue that has come up with my layout.  I have  a budget to get materials for the last part is items needed for my layout.  That being said, I have to pick up some very thing plywood, and some pink foam.  The issue is because of my strict budget, I am seeking some guidance here on how to proceed.  I would like to have it all purchased at said time, due to having renting a vehicle to get it all home.  The thing is with pricing, my budget falls a bit short.

This 8 X 36 ft layout made appearance at NMRA national in 2000. I donated it to The Greater Baton Rouge Model RR Club. It now has a perment home and new operators.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7-Ju5XxJfc